Echo CS-361P Instruction Manual

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Read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe
operation.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
echo, incorporated
400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047-1564
Phone : 847-540-8400
Printed in Japan

inSTruCTiOn manuaL

CHain Saw

WARNING
CS-361P
X750-025 96 0
X750 332-150 0
1506G 0229 ES

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    CHain Saw CS-361P WARNING Read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. echo, incorporated X750-025 96 0 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047-1564 Phone : 847-540-8400...
  • Page 2 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Copyright © 2015 All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 3: Rules For Safe Operation

    The Kick Guard device is not installed on the guide bar when you purchase your 3. Make sure that the area in which you ECHO chain saw. are cutting is free from obstructions. ® The Kick Guard can be used in a majority...
  • Page 4 SAE Standard J335 are standard to the rear, and the muffler away from on ECHO chain saws to reduce the possibility of forest fires. your body. When carrying a chain saw with the engine running, push the front Do not operate the chain saw with a loose or defective muffler.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    The enclosed message provides information CAUTION necessary for the protection of the unit. The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “CAUTION” calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided. CS-361P...
  • Page 6 14” 14A0ES3752 91PXL52CQ understand and follow the instructions on it. If a sheet shown in the instruction manual. 16” 16A0ES3757 91PXL57CQ decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. CS-361P...
  • Page 7: Packing List

    The ECHO product you purchased has been After opening the carton, check for damage. factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO dealer of Due to packaging restrictions, guide bar and saw damaged or missing parts. chain installation and other assembly may be Use the packing list to check for missing parts.
  • Page 8: Nomenclature Of Parts

    * If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be protection. For details, please refer 12” 12A0ES3745 91PXL45CQ to the chain and bar combination 14” 14A0ES3752 91PXL52CQ ordered from your ECHO dealer. 16” 16A0ES3757 91PXL57CQ sheet shown in the instruction manual. CS-361P...
  • Page 9 11. Guide bar - The part that supports and guides the saw chain. 12. Saw chain - Chain, serving as a cutting tool. 13. Bar tip guard - Anti-kickback device attached on the bar nose. CS-361P...
  • Page 10: Operator Safety

    If this guideline is not followed, hearing loss can numbness in the fingers. occur. The following precautions are strongly ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection recommended because the minimum exposure at all times. which might trigger the ailment is unknown. WEAR PROPER CLOTHING •...
  • Page 11: Spark Arrestor Muffler

    ECHO chain brakes have been designed and Reduced radius belongs on top tested to comply with international safety standards as follows.
  • Page 12: Preparation For Use

    1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove the clutch cover nuts and remove clutch Two nuts cover. 3. Remove bar and saw chain if necessary. See Clutch cover “Maintenance and Care” section for guide bar/ saw chain maintenance procedures. CS-361P...
  • Page 13: Adjusting Chain Tension

    5. Pull the chain around the bar by hand. Loosen the adjustment if you feel tight spots. 6. When chain is properly tensioned, tighten clutch cover nut securely - 9 to 11 N·m (80 to 95 in. lb.). 7. Keep chain properly tensioned at all times. CS-361P...
  • Page 14: Fuel And Lubricant

    ECHO brand premium Power Blend X™ Universal 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50 : 1 ratio for 2-Stroke Oil meets these standards. application in all ECHO engines sold in the past Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication regardless of ratio specified in those manuals.
  • Page 15: Chain Lubricant

    • Do not use used or reclaimed oil to avoid various oiler problems. • Use ECHO bar and chain oil. • Use bar and chain oil of the following grades: SAE No. 30 ..in summer SAE No. 10 ..in winter or when cutting...
  • Page 16: Emission Data

    (This is an example only, information on THIS ENGINE MEETS * * * * U.S. EPA EXH/EVP & CALIFORNIA label varies by engine family). EXH/EVP EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR S.O.R.E. REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS. * * * ? ? ? ? CS-361P...
  • Page 17: Operation

    (Chain brake unlocked position) Choke Throttle trigger lockout • Never use throttle latch for cutting. • Use the chain brake only in starting or in emergencies. Throttle trigger Starter handle Unlock chain brake CS-361P...
  • Page 18 • Choke may be used if necessary, but after first firing sound, pull throttle trigger to release choke. Starter handle • After starting the engine, pull front hand guard Unlock chain brake towards the operator immediately. (Chain brake unlocked position) CS-361P...
  • Page 19: Checking Chain Tension

    NOTICE If engine does not stop, pull choke control knob STOP out fully to stop engine. Return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer Throttle trigger to check and repair ignition switch before starting the engine again. CHECKING CHAIN TENSION •...
  • Page 20: Cutting Instruction

    CUTTING INSTRUCTION GENERAL CAUTION • Read the ECHO “CHAIN SAW SAFETY MANUAL” included with your chain saw for additional cutting and safety instructions. • Wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises.
  • Page 21 Then remove the saw for the second cut. Insert the saw in the first cut, very carefully so as not to cause kickback. The final cut is made by drawing the saw forward in the cut to reach the hinge. CS-361P...
  • Page 22 • The chain saw industry and government agencies have attempted to prescribe various safety devices, but the best protection is to avoid kickback. • Comply with the safety precautions as listed in this Manual and Safety Manual. CS-361P...
  • Page 23: Chain Brake Operation

    When the brake lever trips, the chain should stop. Immediately release the throttle trigger. WARNING If the chain does not stop immediately, return the saw to your authorized ECHO dealer for Chain brake unlock repair. When the lever is fully pulled toward the operator, brake is unlocked.
  • Page 24: Automatic Chain Brake

    4. The impact should lock the chain brake. IMPORTANT When checking the operation of the automatic chain brake, use a soft surface substance like wood to provide the impact so the chain is not damaged. Rear handle should be gripped lightly with the right hand. CS-361P...
  • Page 25: Chain And Guide Bar Combination

    CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR COMBINATION The following combinations are recommended for model CS-361P. Guide bar Saw chain Length mm (in.) ECHO Part No. Pitch mm (in.) ECHO Part No. Links 12A0ES3745 91PXL45CQ 305 (12) 12A0ED3745 91PX45CQ 14A0ES3752 91PXL52CQ 356 (14) 9.53 (3/8)
  • Page 26: Maintenance And Care

    MAINTENANCE AND CARE SKILL LEVELS Your ECHO chain saw is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled Level 1 = Easy to do. Most required tools come maintenance will help your chain saw achieve that with unit.
  • Page 27: Carburetor Adjustment

    If a tachometer is available idle speed should be To maintain proper engine operation and emission set to 3200 r/min. compliance above 1100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO CAUTION service dealer. When starting, idling adjustment speed...
  • Page 28: Air Filter

    • Pull it out through oil filling hole with a piece of steel wire or the like. Oil filter • If the filter is dirty, wash it in gasoline or replace • When the inside of the tank gets dirty, rinsing the tank out with gasoline can clean it. CS-361P...
  • Page 29: Guide Bar

    When the screw touches stopper and stops, this position indicates maximum discharge Adjusting screw volume. (13 mL/min at 7000 r/min) - Do not turn the adjusting screw beyond the maximum or minimum limit of volume adjustment. CS-361P...
  • Page 30: Setting The Saw Chain

    • For setting saw chain, round file (4.0 mm diameter 5/32 in.) and flat file are used. • To keep correct position and correct angle, use Keep this angle ® the file holder (Sure Sharp 30° Push file as shown 90° Hold the file horizontally CS-361P...
  • Page 31 - If the saw chain becomes soiled with resin, for instance, clean it with kerosene and soak in it oil. NOTICE Parallel These angles are referred to as Oregon 91PXL or 91PX. To sharpen other follow chain manufacturer’s Depth gauge instruction. CS-361P...
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    • Fuel filter clogged • Clean or replace cranks carburetor carburetor • Fuel line clogged • Clean • Carburetor • Ask your ECHO dealer Fuel at No fuel at • Carburetor • Ask your ECHO dealer cylinder cylinder Muffler wet with •...
  • Page 33: Storage After Use

    • Store in a dry area, free from dust. • For future reference, you should keep this Instruction manual and the Safety manual. • If this Instruction manual or the Safety manual has become illegible or is lost, please purchase a new one from your ECHO dealer. CS-361P...
  • Page 34: Technical Data

    Recoil starter Power transmission Automatic centrifugal clutch Fuel Mixture ratio 50 : 1 ratio with ECHO Power Blend X™, ISO-L- EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and JASO M345-FD two- stroke, air-cooled engine oil. Gasoline Use 89 octane unleaded. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol, more than 10 % ethyl alcohol or 15 % MTBE.
  • Page 35: Warranty Statements

    The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use, and follow preventative maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage as prescribed in the operator’s manual. Should a product difficulty occur, you must, at your expense, deliver or ship your ECHO unit to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer for warranty repairs (within the applicable warranty period), and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made.
  • Page 36 89 octane or higher. Gasohol which contains a maximum 10 % ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15 % MTBE (methyl/ tertiary/butyl/ether) is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the ECHO oil label and covered in your operator’s manual.
  • Page 37: Warranty Registration Sheet

    Please go to http://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO to register your new product on-line. It’s FAST and EASY! NOTE: your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO, Inc. Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration.
  • Page 38 C51814001001 - C51814999999...

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